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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Cairns from £1,215

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Qantas Airways Logo
22:00 - 11:15
EDI
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CNS
28h 15m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
12:00 - 20:05
CNS
-
EDI
41h 05m
2 stops
£1,215Qantas Airways
Fri, 22 May - Fri, 29 May
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:10 - 09:50
EDI
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CNS
33h 40m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:15 - 06:25
CNS
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EDI
44h 10m
2 stops
£1,257Multiple Airlines
Sun, 30 Aug - Sun, 27 Sep
Multiple Airlines Logo
22:00 - 09:45
EDI
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CNS
50h 45m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:50 - 20:05
CNS
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EDI
38h 15m
2 stops
£1,261Multiple Airlines
Fri, 22 May - Fri, 29 May
Multiple Airlines Logo
22:00 - 20:50
EDI
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CNS
37h 50m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:40 - 20:05
CNS
-
EDI
55h 25m
2 stops
£1,266Multiple Airlines
Fri, 22 May - Fri, 29 May
Multiple Airlines Logo
22:00 - 09:45
EDI
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CNS
50h 45m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:00 - 20:05
CNS
-
EDI
42h 05m
3 stops
£1,277Multiple Airlines
Fri, 22 May - Fri, 29 May
Qantas Airways Logo
22:00 - 18:25
EDI
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CNS
35h 25m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
19:10 - 20:05
CNS
-
EDI
57h 55m
2 stops
£1,287Qantas Airways
Wed, 13 May - Sun, 17 May
Qantas Airways Logo
22:00 - 18:25
EDI
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CNS
35h 25m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
19:10 - 20:05
CNS
-
EDI
57h 55m
2 stops
£1,288Qantas Airways
Wed, 13 May - Sun, 17 May
Qantas Airways Logo
22:00 - 18:25
EDI
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CNS
35h 25m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
06:45 - 20:05
CNS
-
EDI
46h 20m
2 stops
£1,289Qantas Airways
Wed, 13 May - Sun, 17 May
Qantas Airways Logo
22:00 - 18:25
EDI
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CNS
35h 25m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
06:45 - 20:05
CNS
-
EDI
46h 20m
2 stops
£1,291Qantas Airways
Wed, 13 May - Sun, 17 May
Multiple Airlines Logo
22:00 - 09:45
EDI
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CNS
50h 45m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:40 - 20:05
CNS
-
EDI
55h 25m
2 stops
£1,293Multiple Airlines
Fri, 22 May - Fri, 29 May

Finnair flights from Edinburgh to Cairns

Our best Finnair deals on Edinburgh to Cairns flight tickets
Finnair
30 Sept
EDI08:25Edinburgh Turnhouse
36h 30m
2 stops
CNS05:55Cairns
16 Oct
CNS12:30Cairns
37h 50m
2 stops
EDI17:20Edinburgh Turnhouse
£5,881
Finnair
30 Sept
EDI08:25Edinburgh Turnhouse
36h 30m
2 stops
CNS05:55Cairns
16 Oct
CNS12:30Cairns
37h 50m
2 stops
EDI17:20Edinburgh Turnhouse
£5,907
Finnair
28 Sept
EDI08:25Edinburgh Turnhouse
36h 30m
2 stops
CNS05:55Cairns
16 Oct
CNS12:30Cairns
37h 50m
2 stops
EDI17:20Edinburgh Turnhouse
£5,947

Qantas Airways flights from Edinburgh to Cairns

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Edinburgh to Cairns flight tickets
Qantas Airways
22 May
EDI22:00Edinburgh Turnhouse
28h 15m
2 stops
CNS11:15Cairns
29 May
CNS12:00Cairns
41h 05m
2 stops
EDI20:05Edinburgh Turnhouse
£1,215
Qantas Airways
13 May
EDI22:00Edinburgh Turnhouse
35h 25m
2 stops
CNS18:25Cairns
17 May
CNS19:10Cairns
57h 55m
2 stops
EDI20:05Edinburgh Turnhouse
£1,287
Qantas Airways
13 May
EDI22:00Edinburgh Turnhouse
35h 25m
2 stops
CNS18:25Cairns
17 May
CNS19:10Cairns
57h 55m
2 stops
EDI20:05Edinburgh Turnhouse
£1,288

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Edinburgh to Cairns that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 279,928 searches. Data last updated 8 April 2026.
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EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 22/5

22:00-11:15

2 stops28h 15m

Cairns

Fri 29/5

12:00-20:05

2 stops41h 05m

£1,215

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 30/8

15:10-09:50

2 stops33h 40m

Cairns

Sun 27/9

19:15-06:25

2 stops44h 10m

£1,257

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 22/5

22:00-09:45

3 stops50h 45m

Cairns

Fri 29/5

14:50-20:05

2 stops38h 15m

£1,261

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 22/5

22:00-20:50

2 stops37h 50m

Cairns

Fri 29/5

21:40-20:05

2 stops55h 25m

£1,266

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 22/5

22:00-09:45

3 stops50h 45m

Cairns

Fri 29/5

11:00-20:05

3 stops42h 05m

£1,277

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 13/5

22:00-18:25

2 stops35h 25m

Cairns

Sun 17/5

19:10-20:05

2 stops57h 55m

£1,287

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 13/5

22:00-18:25

2 stops35h 25m

Cairns

Sun 17/5

19:10-20:05

2 stops57h 55m

£1,288

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 13/5

22:00-18:25

2 stops35h 25m

Cairns

Sun 17/5

06:45-20:05

2 stops46h 20m

£1,289

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 13/5

22:00-18:25

2 stops35h 25m

Cairns

Sun 17/5

06:45-20:05

2 stops46h 20m

£1,291

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 22/5

22:00-09:45

3 stops50h 45m

Cairns

Fri 29/5

21:40-20:05

2 stops55h 25m

£1,293

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Fastest flight time

33h 40m

Direct flights

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The fastest flight from Edinburgh to Cairns takes 33h 40m
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Edinburgh to Cairns

  • How far is Edinburgh Turnhouse to Cairns by plane?

    The straight-line distance from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Cairns is 9282.4 mi. Flights usually cover this in 33h 40m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Cairns Airport?

    Prices for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Cairns Airport refresh daily.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Cairns Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Cairns Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cairns Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Cairns Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cairns Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular airline from Edinburgh to Cairns?

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LufthansaPriceFrom £884Free CancellationRating
6.8
7,896 reviews
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